TD Africa Invests in Practical Innovation at Enugu Tech Fest 2026
TD Africa, the continent’s foremost technology distributor and ecosystem enabler, has reinforced its commitment to Africa’s digital future by assuming the role of Headline Sponsor for the Design Thinking Challenge at Enugu Tech Fest 2026. This strategic partnership underscores a dedicated investment in practical, inclusive, and impact-driven innovation that addresses foundational societal needs.
With a sponsorship valued at over ₦35 million, the initiative is sharply focused on catalyzing innovation within three sectors critical to national development: Energy, Healthcare, and Agriculture. The investment establishes a substantial seed grant pool, with funding equally distributed to winning teams across these focus areas. This financial support is designed to propel promising solutions beyond the concept stage, enabling innovators to refine prototypes, validate their ideas, and advance toward scalable, market-ready products.
Jessica Owonam, Business Development Manager at TD Africa, emphasized the company’s principle that meaningful innovation must be rooted in responsibility. “We believe innovation is most meaningful when it is practical, inclusive, and capable of driving lasting impact,” she stated. “By prioritizing sectors such as Energy, Healthcare, and Agriculture, we are investing in solutions that improve lives, strengthen communities, and contribute to national development.” This philosophy mirrors a broader industry recognition that sustainable growth, akin to a company achieving a significant turnaround like Fortis swings to N5 billion profit, requires targeted, foundational investment.
Beyond capital, the partnership provides participants with structured mentorship and evaluation from TD Africa’s technical and business leadership. This framework is intended to sharpen strategic thinking and strengthen execution. Barr. Victor Ogbonna, Programme Coordinator of the Design Thinking Challenge, highlighted the value of this comprehensive support, noting it offers vital industry insight and networks that can accelerate early-stage innovation.
Ultimately, this collaboration highlights the essential role of corporate partnerships in building a resilient technology ecosystem. It demonstrates a shared conviction that Africa’s progress, much like the detailed deliberations seen when Tinubu writes Senate for key approvals, will be built through disciplined collaboration and sustained investment in homegrown solutions to real-world problems.
